The New Moon

c. 1884

Benjamin Lander

Associated Names
Benjamin Lander

Artist, American, 1844 - 1907

The image depicts a lower perspective angle looking down a path surrounded by tall trees, leading to a calm body of water. The horizon shows a rise of land with scattered trees and shrubs. The etching technique creates detailed lines for texture, capturing the natural landscape. The monochromatic color palette uses shades of gray and black, showing a serene setting under a crescent moon in the sky and reflected on the water. A path winds through grass towards clustered trees.

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Published and Copyrighted by C. Klackner, 17 E. 17th St, New York., top right in script; BENJ LANDER. in plate, lower left; Benj. Lander, in graphite, lower right

Wikidata ID

Q76549007

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